Post-Pointe Syndrome

Fortunately for me, my toe-ses have come back from the dead after a rejuvenating soak in blissfully hot water... Just saw kisstle's blog bout PPS n wanted 2 add on to it.. here is what she wrote:

After almost an hour of pointe work, the 'special' students of Premier Dance Academy has discovered a common visible, energy-draining side effect to the Medulla Oblongata.



The dialysis is called Post-Pointe Syndrome (PPS). The symptoms include:


~Weak and shaky leg muscles
~Temporary (or permanent) insanity [varies in different people]
~Excessive laughter for no apparent reason
~Blurting out random phrases/words
~Loss of energy and/or enthusiasm
~ The Leaning Tower of Pisa Effect; in other words, slant-walking (due to imbalance of toes)


Symptoms may vary in individuals depending how serious the PPS is.


One of the reasons for PPS is the excessive weight one's toes would have to bear. Straining (especially placing your body's weight purely on your toes) in general strains the brain, thus triggering these side effects.

I would like to add that another symptom of PPS is the sudden urge to do pirouettes (of any kind) despite a previous aversion to it.
Another symptom is the amazing ability to do fouettes (which unfortunately causes the room to spin and aggravates the symptoms of insanity, laughter etc.)

As Executive Sales Manager of Penguin Partners, inventors of "Toe-ses Cloning", i hereby announce the new launch of the "Pain-Free Pointe" Program. This new program ensures the longevity of a dancer's toe-ses and guarantees pain-free dancing. This program was 1st invented for the "special" students of Penguin Academy of Dance and has proven effective even under extreme circumstances. Get yours now at only $999.99. Hurry! Offer ends 32/13/9999.

*T&C apply

T&C:
1. Toe-ses must be in dire straits, including but not limited to:
a. hooked on IV
b. in coma
c. on life support
d. in ICU
2. Must display symptoms of PPS
3. Must be on the wrong side of sanity (depends on how you look at it)
4. All things at your own risk! I am not to be blamed for misunderstandings/misinformation

random

After hashing and rehashing different stories in my head, I've finally sat down to write-or type-one out. I'll be submitting it to Sidang Redaksi for preview...though i'm not sure it will be accepted. it was more of a write everything off the top of my head. haha...

I'm really sore all over right now. Not exactly pushing myself to the limit but enough to feel my body working. It's necessary to practice...especially since I have class w/ Mr. Gino tomorrow. Hopefully all goes well-actually I secretly enjoy the challenge.

This coming September, The Genee International Ballet Competition will be held in Singapore for the first time in the competition's history. A chance of a lifetime to go watch it. Unfortunately, tickets are sold out-have been almost immediately. So sad... Oh well, maybe next time-if there is one.

Anyway, dats all 4 nw...Ta2

Exams vs books

Im so exhausted!!!! Not only physically but also mentally? It's true...My brain is becoming "cramp" from reading too much!!!! Im sick of studying 4 exam...I wish i had the courage to fail but alas, the so called "perfectionist" side of me refuses to allow it. So I'm stuck here trying to decide to study or throw in the towel & just enjoy my books but problem is... I've got so many books... I cant decide which to read 1st.... Story of my life... Right now I'm deciding between books by Mary Balogh, Liz Carlyle and Rachel Gibson.... I'll most likely start with Rachel Gibson's 'True Love and Other Disasters' before moving on to Liz Carlyle's latest series..... Hmmm...lookie here, I've made up my mind..haha......

I guess a part of me is indecisive of what to read because i wanna write my own story.. I'm just too lazy 2 tk pen to paper though...

Oh well...till next time..

xoxo kat

Profoundly touching

I'm still tearing up as I type this.... Just now, I saw a clip on Oprah that really made me cry. In a show featuring Miracle Children and their Stories, Oprah shared the incredible story of Eliot Mooney, the precious baby son of Matt and Ginny Mooney of Arkansas and the 99 days of life they treasured with him. Eliot was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 before he was born. Trisomay 18 affects all systems of the body and causes distinct facial features. Most infants do not live to see their first birthday. I am touched by the strength Eliots parents display in their determination to enjoy the time they have with Eliot. Celebrating each day he lives with pictures to preserve the memories they have together when the inevitable happens.
Watch this clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qILw1iFzmIE&feature=related
Watching this really reminds me of how fortunate i am. My heart goes out to this family.

The End of a Glittery Reign-The Princess Diaries 10-Forever Princess & Ransom My Heart

After the long odious wait, I've finally read The Princess Diaries 10-Forever Princess. It is the finale of my favorite series & I cant help but feel a bit sad. After all, I started my romance addiction with it. well... not exactly i guess if you consider my all time fave Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. In the final installment of the Princess Diaries series, Princess Mia has to make choices that will affect her future. Mia has to decide if her current beau, JP is THE ONE and she has to face Michael, her first love, who is back from Japan. Mia is also plagued with worry of her father's impending election as her totally loathsome cousin René, decided to run against him. All in all, this book answers our questions like: Who will Mia end up with? Which college will she go to? Will Mia's dad win the election? Will things ever get back to normal for her & Lily?

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, plus the novel Princess Mia "wrote", Ransom My heart. Irrepressible Finnula Crais, young expert huntress with a shadowed past, succumbs to a sister’s pleading to find a man. A man, that is, that Finnula can kidnap and ransom in order to restore her older sister’s spent dowry. Tough on the outside, but soft on the inside, Finnula agrees, and through a delightful series of events captures a handsome knight on his way home from the Holy Land. Hugo has a secret, but it doesn’t stop him from falling in with the adventurous Finnula’s plan, or falling in love. When the pair’s secrets and shadows are revealed, complications abound, and attempts on Hugo’s life threaten Finnula as well as the happy ending they seek.

Both books are beautifully written and immensely enjoyable.

up&down

I'm so absolutely losing it this past few months have been a total strain on me. I guess its my fault for staying up late reading. my eye bags and dark circles are so prominent they could rival that of a panda... lol one can hardly blame me though, its my passion. hehe... on average, i'm reading 1 novel a day... am not bragging..just reminding myself i have a whole stash of books w8ing 2 b read...Right now, I'm obsessed with historical romance...well, actually, I never got over this obsessions. I love the way propriety always gets in the way thus creating a different atmosphere compared 2 if the story was set in modern times as people are now free to do as they please.

I re-read PS. I Love You the other day and surprise(not!)...i cried. Why i cried? i have absolutely no idea. I can cry for just about anything. Even for someone else. I guess the reality of how fragile we all really are can really make one feel down in the dumps. My deepest condolences, btw, I would have gone if i didnt have 2 go 2 KL. Just don't forget, we all are here for you.

I cant believe though, we're having exams next week. Its 2 soon!!! I barely have time 4 anything else already..now I have 2 study??!! Oh! the horrors... I guess I could flunk it all but then that just wont do for my 'distorted perfectinist' view..Dont ask what it is...I'm not 2 sure of it myself.

On the note of school, we just finished our interclass drama competition. A triffle disappointed to have lost but i'm glad for the experience. Just dont come looking for me 2 direct another one thiugh, I prefer to be in the spotlight, thank you very much...lol...The school drama team hasn't got a script yet & i hope they do it soon. I'm just an extra, unfortunately, though i hope it won't be for long. I am not going to let this chance slip by without a fight, mark my words.

xoxo Kat